American Cancer Society
Government Relations Director, Virginia - Remote
American Cancer Society, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Government Relations Director, Virginia - Remote
The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is the nation's leading cancer advocacy organization. Together with our charitable partner, the American Cancer Society, we work in Congress, state legislatures and local jurisdictions to support evidence-based policy and legislative solutions designed to eliminate cancer as a major health problem. Build the power of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in Virginia to implement successful public policy advocacy campaigns. Lead, drive, and execute a comprehensive direct lobbying and government relations leadership program in the state. This includes actively serving as an ambassador for the Society and ACS CAN to the state legislature, governor, state agencies, congressional offices, and donors, as well as representing the organization on coalitions. Lead the planning and implementation of issue campaigns in Virginia to achieve progress towards policy and appropriations successes, working with grassroots staff to execute the state's advocacy program, as well as with contract lobbyists, where applicable. Lead and drive work to achieve Virginia’s ACS CAN fundraising goal. Embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of the role. Model the organization's values and cultural beliefs. Comply with all relevant lobbying protocol, including lobbyist registration and reporting, adhering to state legal requirements, and all assigned administrative duties. This is a remote position, with a required base location in the Richmond, Virginia area. Major Responsibilities
Drive mission policy and appropriations wins in Virginia. Actively serve as an ambassador for the Society and ACS CAN to the state legislature, governor, state agencies, and congressional offices. Establish clear, focused legislative and regulatory priorities based on the best mission advancement opportunities in assigned state. Lead and drive local or statewide issue campaigns in the state, including ballot initiatives or referenda where applicable. Develop and maintain positive relationships with local, state, and federal elected officials and staff. Integration and Capacity Building
Serve on ACS area or state management, market, and/or planning teams, as required. Work with ACS and ACS CAN colleagues in assigned state(s) to help facilitate the success of the entire enterprise. Incorporate ACS staff and volunteers in legislative and appropriations campaigns, where appropriate. Fundraising
Work closely with ACS CAN's national fundraising team and other colleagues to goal, plan, drive, and execute a viable fundraising program in Virginia. Lead and drive ACS CAN efforts in the state towards achievement of its annual fundraising goal. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Approach the work of the enterprise with a spirit of diversity, equity, and inclusion, establishing a climate where every individual is valued and respected. Ensure the development and execution of a state diversity and inclusion plan in Virginia. Legal
Follow ACS CAN policies and guidelines. Comply with all lobbying related requirements and regulations in Virginia. Ensure that any Cancer Votes electoral program activities in the state, where relevant, adhere to all IRS and ACS CAN legal guidelines and reporting requirements. Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in political science or related field required Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience in political and/or policy campaign experience required. Detailed knowledge of the legislative process and political landscape, with the ability to adapt to state government environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer and offer a generous paid time off policy, medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills.
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The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is the nation's leading cancer advocacy organization. Together with our charitable partner, the American Cancer Society, we work in Congress, state legislatures and local jurisdictions to support evidence-based policy and legislative solutions designed to eliminate cancer as a major health problem. Build the power of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in Virginia to implement successful public policy advocacy campaigns. Lead, drive, and execute a comprehensive direct lobbying and government relations leadership program in the state. This includes actively serving as an ambassador for the Society and ACS CAN to the state legislature, governor, state agencies, congressional offices, and donors, as well as representing the organization on coalitions. Lead the planning and implementation of issue campaigns in Virginia to achieve progress towards policy and appropriations successes, working with grassroots staff to execute the state's advocacy program, as well as with contract lobbyists, where applicable. Lead and drive work to achieve Virginia’s ACS CAN fundraising goal. Embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of the role. Model the organization's values and cultural beliefs. Comply with all relevant lobbying protocol, including lobbyist registration and reporting, adhering to state legal requirements, and all assigned administrative duties. This is a remote position, with a required base location in the Richmond, Virginia area. Major Responsibilities
Drive mission policy and appropriations wins in Virginia. Actively serve as an ambassador for the Society and ACS CAN to the state legislature, governor, state agencies, and congressional offices. Establish clear, focused legislative and regulatory priorities based on the best mission advancement opportunities in assigned state. Lead and drive local or statewide issue campaigns in the state, including ballot initiatives or referenda where applicable. Develop and maintain positive relationships with local, state, and federal elected officials and staff. Integration and Capacity Building
Serve on ACS area or state management, market, and/or planning teams, as required. Work with ACS and ACS CAN colleagues in assigned state(s) to help facilitate the success of the entire enterprise. Incorporate ACS staff and volunteers in legislative and appropriations campaigns, where appropriate. Fundraising
Work closely with ACS CAN's national fundraising team and other colleagues to goal, plan, drive, and execute a viable fundraising program in Virginia. Lead and drive ACS CAN efforts in the state towards achievement of its annual fundraising goal. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Approach the work of the enterprise with a spirit of diversity, equity, and inclusion, establishing a climate where every individual is valued and respected. Ensure the development and execution of a state diversity and inclusion plan in Virginia. Legal
Follow ACS CAN policies and guidelines. Comply with all lobbying related requirements and regulations in Virginia. Ensure that any Cancer Votes electoral program activities in the state, where relevant, adhere to all IRS and ACS CAN legal guidelines and reporting requirements. Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in political science or related field required Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience in political and/or policy campaign experience required. Detailed knowledge of the legislative process and political landscape, with the ability to adapt to state government environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer and offer a generous paid time off policy, medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills.
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